Zhu Xi, a renowned philosopher and administrator from China's Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279), placed the people at the heart of national governance. His enduring belief that \"a nation is founded on its people\" has profoundly influenced China's approach to governance. This philosophy resonates with the modern pursuit of \"striving toward the people's aspirations for a better life is our goal,\" highlighting a people-oriented approach in contemporary China.
In a fresh endeavor to delve deeper into this societal framework, Giray Fidan, a distinguished sinologist from Türkiye, is set to explore social governance in China from a unique perspective. His journey begins in Sanming City, Fujian Province, the birthplace of Zhu Xi, symbolizing a full-circle exploration of the foundational philosophies that continue to shape China's governance today.
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Classics of Chinese Thought | A nation is founded on its people
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